Coconut Curry Pumpkin Soup (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

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01 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
02 - 1 small onion, diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
05 - 1 tablespoon mild curry powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon garam masala spice blend
07 - 3 cups vegetable stock
08 - 1 (14-ounce) can coconut milk
09 - 3 cups pumpkin puree (or butternut squash)
10 - Salt, to taste
11 - Black pepper, to taste

→ Toppings (optional)

12 - Pumpkin seeds, toasted
13 - Fresh cilantro, chopped
14 - Additional coconut milk for serving

# Instructions:

01 - In a medium cooking pot, heat olive oil over medium heat until sizzling hot. Add onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 4 minutes.
02 - Add garlic and ginger and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
03 - Stir in curry powder and garam masala, and keep stirring for about 15 seconds.
04 - Pour in vegetable stock, coconut milk, and pumpkin puree. Stir to combine, and bring to a boil.
05 - Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
06 - Use an immersion blender and puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup to a food processor or upright blender to puree.
07 - Serve soup with a drizzle of coconut milk and a sprinkle of toasted pumpkin seeds and fresh cilantro on top, if desired.

# Notes:

01 - This soup pairs well with a side of crusty bread.
02 - Add sweetness if desired by stirring in 1 tablespoon of sugar.
03 - To store, transfer soup to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days.
04 - Freeze soup in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
05 - Reheat soup in the microwave in 30-second intervals, on the stovetop over medium-low heat, or in a crockpot following manufacturer instructions.